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News 2011-12

February

16.02.2012 Students complete Mental Health First Aid course

16.02.2012 City and Islington College lends support to Shania Florida fund

16.02.2012 Nature, nurture or neither? Prof Steve Jones talks genetics at CANDI

16.02.2012 Students star in ‘The Only Way is Shakespeare’

16.02.2012 Candi to offer new BTEC specifications

15.02.2012 From Cable Street to Brick Lane – CANDI students explore East End History

15.02.2012 Sixth Form Geo-Justice Club Supports Education for All

15.02.2012 BT Marketer speaks to students

14.02.2012 Students trial new educational game

08.02.2012 Ex-Candi student scales the heights of success

03.02.2012 First competition for CANDI netball team

02.02.2012 Football Result: City and Islington College 5 - 2 Tower Hamlets College

02.02.2012 Operation Trident speak to students

January

27.01.2012 Students in Jack Petchey Award Win

26.01.2012 Candi Staff win Jack Petchey Leader Awards

26.01.2012 CANDI students quizzed on London Tonight

24.01.2012 Health and Wellbeing roadshows make a stop at City and Islington

24.01.2012 Making Apprenticeships a Reality for the Science-based Industries

24.01.2012 Encore for AS Music Students

20.01.2012 Entrepreneur speaks to Candi students

20.01.2012 City and Islington students pitch ideas to top BT executives

19.01.2012 Angel Shed Theatre announces latest performance dates

19.01.2012 Open Evenings at City and Islington College

18.01.2012 Jeremy Corbyn MP unveils student Woodwork Display Cabinet

13.01.2012 Progression the way forward at City and Islington

13.01.2012 Adult Students Release Debut Album

11.01.2012 Former CANDI Governor receives MBE

11.01.2012 City and Islington College Students team up with Argent

December

19.12.2011 Sixth Form Talent Show blows away audience

16.12.2011 Candi SU celebrates 50 years of Amnesty

16.12.2011 Football Result: Candi STUDENTS 5 - 1 Candi STAFF

15.12.2011 Cake Sale kick-starts student charity events marathon

15.12.2011 Employment and Training Fair at the Sixth Form

15.12.2011 Candi Students visit House of Commons as part of Big Voice

14.12.2011 Candi students help the elderly get Digital

14.12.2011 Performing Arts students display a ‘Work in Progress’

09.12.2011 ESOL students recognised for changing the lives of others

05.12.2011 National Quality Mark equals national recognition for City and Islington College

05.12.2011 City and Islington College at the Design Your Future Exhibition

02.12.2011 Supported Learning visited by Northern Irish colleagues

02.12.2011 Students stay Safe at City and Islington College

02.12.2011 Hairy moments are finally over for Movember volunteers at City and Islington College

02.12.2011 HSCC is a soaring success

01.12.2011 City and Islington College 4-3 BSix College

01.12.2011 Bereaved woman calls for action on life-shattering young driver crashes

November

25.11.2011 Dance performance leaves crowd in awe

25.11.2011 Interfaith event raises students’ spirits

25.11.2011 IMECE helps raise Domestic Violence awareness amongst students

24.11.2011 Candi students have a field day!

24.11.2011 CEO of Hackney Council gives insights on local government to Candi students

21.11.2011 City and Islington College to celebrate 50th anniversary of Amnesty

21.11.2011 Islington students discover the joy of Maths

17.11.2011 City and Islington fights Violence Against Women

17.11.2011 Candi hosts STEM careers day for partner schools

15.11.2011 City and Islington College excels in accessibility

15.11.2011 The Journey of the Unknown – commemorating the victims of slavery

14.11.2011 Open Days prove a great success!

11.11.2011 Music students take a bow

11.11.2011 Award for City and Islington College’s Champion Sprinter

10.11.2011 Candi’s Sue Jandy named Islington Volunteer of the Year

10.11.2011 Students host Turkey Earthquake fundraiser

08.11.2011 Dance4Life raises CANDI students’ HIV and AIDS awareness

07.11.2011 Launch of high-profile adult literacy publication

07.11.2011 Children in Need coming soon

07.11.2011 Norwegian delegates visit Candi

03.11.2011 Dyslexia Awareness Week Celebrated

03.11.2011 Sixth Form enjoys An Explosive Lecture!

03.11.2011 From Civil War to Civil Rights

03.11.2011 Candi and Islington Borough Council celebrate Apprentice success

01.11.2011 Visit by Chi Onwurah MP, Shadow Minister for Business, Innovation and Skills

01.11.2011 Talent on display at Candi Black History Month Show

01.11.2011 Lewisham College Principal talks at Candi

October

31.10.2011 Capoeira performance amazes students

28.10.2011 Candi’s Gilly Hollis named Coach of the Year

28.10.2011 Fencer strikes gold at National Championships

28.10.2011 Black History Month Catwalk Show Returns

28.10.2011 Candi student earns Fashion Award prize

25.10.2011 Mental Health Awareness workshop proves a success

25.10.2011 Film maker Menelik Shabazz visits Candi

18.10.2011 Black History Month Presents: ‘A Journey with Words’

10.10.2011 Candi trainer makes Camden and Islington Business Awards Shortlist 2011

07.10.2011 Candi Students to raise money for local charities with help from BT

07.10.2011 Candi descends on World Skills London 2011

September

30.09.2011 Candi Student Wins Fencing Gold at UK School Games

30.09.2011 Forensic Science Foundation Degree becomes member of Skills for Justice

30.09.2011 Welcome Week 2011

28.09.2011 Lord Tom Sawyer visits City and Islington College

27.09.2011 Science is Golden at Candi

27.09.2011 City and Islington makes its presence felt in Hong Kong

09.09.2011 Language success at City and Islington College

09.09.2011 High Praise for Language Classes at City and Islington College

News 2010-11

August

25.08.2011 Congratulations to City and Islington College GCSE students

23.08.2011 Video from A Level Results Day

18.08.2011 Photos from A Level Results Day

18.08.2011 Five head off to Oxbridge

17.08.2011 City and Islington College celebrates record A Level success

July

21.07.2011 Adult Learning is child’s play at family fun days

21.07.2011 Islington students say Bonjour and Hola to France and Spain

15.07.2011 Candi Photography students exhibit at Rowan Arts and Holloway Neighbourhood Group event

13.07.2011 Aula – a film by Dance and Music Technology Students at City and Islington College

06.07.2011 Skillsbase students are top of the class at Safer Neighbourhoods Annual Awards

06.07.2011 Foundation Degree Photography Graduation Exhibition

06.07.2011 Sixth Form College students show creative flair

06.07.2011 Woodwork students raise cash for local charity Action For Kids

06.07.2011 Ceramicist raises awareness of breast cancer

05.07.2011 CANDI Students give outstandingly ‘Balanced’ performance at Almeida Theatre

05.07.2011 Sensational Ceramics showcased at City and Islington College

June

27.06.2011 CANDI Fashion Students have Designs on Success at End-of-Year Catwalk Show

23.06.2011 Angel Shed Theatre steps back in time to create free, historical walk

23.06.2011 City and Islington College seeks to appoint Business Governors

22.06.2011 Staff and Students Shine in Candi Charity Cup

20.06.2011 CANDI students win places at Cambridge

17.06.2011 MP to open End of Year Woodwork Exhibition, Sale and Charity Auction

16.06.2011 2012 Olympic hopeful and CANDI Student becomes British Women’s Diving Champion

08.06.2011 College students and staff are up for the cup

08.06.2011 Students Get Sound Financial Advice from Santander

07.06.2011 Student Union Smashes NUS Extra Card Sales Record

May

31.05.2011 College celebrates week of Multiculturalism

27.05.2011 City and Islington College students are a hit at Sexual Health Conference

25.05.2011 Photography students exhibit and auction latest works to benefit Teenage Cancer Trust

25.05.2011 Michelle Obama to meet EGA students

25.05.2011 June – Upcoming events at City and Islington College

19.05.2011 Students prove they are no one hit wonder

19.05.2011 City and Islington students hit the right note for Orange RockCorps

18.05.2011 College Celebrates Adult Learners’ Week

18.05.2011 City and Islington wins the Linking London treble

18.05.2011 Student’s Design ‘Binned’ all over Islington

17.05.2011 One step closer to stardom for Islington students

17.05.2011 National award for City and Islington College student for Adult Learners' Week

17.05.2011 College Celebrates Multiculturalism

16.05.2011 Get a bright new look for the summer

03.05.2011 Students go for Gold in College’s first ever Olympics

12.05.2011 Upcoming Performing Arts Events at the Centre for Business, Arts and Technology

11.05.2011 City and Islington Students on a Mission to keep London Limber

10.05.2011 City and Islington College Students visit Supreme Court

09.05.2011 City and Islington College in Hairraising appeal for Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity

April

28.04.2011 City and Islington extends educational opportunities to young people

13.04.2011 Sixth Form students host Delegates Assembly for Shoreditch Citizens

13.04.2011 City and Islington College football team secure silverware with 3-1 win

07.04.2011 City and Islington College students shine at awards ceremony

March

30.03.2011 The Queen, accompanied by The Duke of Edinburgh, visits City and Islington College

30.03.2011 HM The Queen opens Centre of Excellence for Biotechnology at City and Islington College

30.03.2011 City and Islington College receives NEF Assured standard for STEM subjects during visit by HM The Queen

28.03.2011 International Women’s Week

25.03.2011 Students go Red for Comic Relief

25.03.2011 Helena Kennedy QC visits College to give speech about Islamic Extremism

24.03.2011 Biggest Ever Student Election is Underway

22.03.2011 Connectingvibes* returns for 10th Anniversary Performance

14.03.2011 Local actress visits College for International World Book Day Book Giveaway

14.03.2011 Student Union organises No Smoking Roadshow

14.03.2011 Islington is not an ashtray – Winning design for anti-smoking campaign

11.03.2011 College Cuts Costs of Cuts for Comic Relief

04.03.2011 City and Islington College student Khang Ly wins UBS award

04.03.2011 Student volunteer shines at Student Volunteering Week national launch event

01.03.2011 Invitation to hear Baroness Helena Kennedy speak at launch of Jihad of the Mind at City and Islington College

February

28.02.2011 City and Islington gains praise for its work on science education in Africa

28.02.2011 March – Upcoming Events at City and Islington College

28.02.2011 Students go green during half term

22.02.2011 City and Islington College appoints Cindy Rampersaud as Deputy Principal, Finance and Strategic Planning

17.02.2011 We Will Rock You proves a hit on opening night

16.02.2011 City and Islington College students have No Boundaries

16.02.2011 Students Lift Off!

10.02.2011 City and Islington College celebrates National Apprenticeship Week

10.02.2011 Teresa Esan, Director of Employability and Employer Engagement, receives MBE at Buckingham Palace

08.02.2011 CANDI students are country’s canniest savers with NUS Extra

08.02.2011 Student Union unveils its brand new display

04.02.2011 CANDI Youth Dance Company on tour

03.02.2011 CBAT reign supreme as Candi quiz champions

January

31.01.2011 College shortlisted for Islington People's Plaque

27.01.2011 Andrew Barton opens College’s Oasis Salon

27.01.2011 Students and staff celebrate success at Jack Petchey Awards

25.01.2011 City and Islington named as first Centre of Excellence in Biotechnology by new National Skills Academy

25.01.2011 Students attend Houses of Parliament to have their say on EMA

24.01.2011 City and Islington College students go to highest court in the land

20.01.2011 We Will Rock You

14.01.2011 ESOL students at City and Islington College raise money for Charity

12.01.2011 The People’s Hairdresser to Open New Salon

04.01.2011 MBE for Director of Employer Engagement and Employability at London’s Leading College

December

17.12.2010 Jack Petchey Adult Leader Award Winners Announced

16.12.2010 Human Rights Day at CLL

16.12.2010 A-Level student is Olympics design competition winner

09.12.2010 Winners of Christmas card competition meet MP

09.12.2010 College basketball team in narrow defeat

07.12.2010 Students teach importance of sexual health

03.12.2010 Professor Alison Wolf visits City and Islington College

02.12.2010 Nag’s Head and College throw Christmas extravaganza

November

30.11.2010 Staff and students have the X Factor

29.11.2010 Baroness Helena Kennedy to speak at launch of Jihad of the Mind

29.11.2010 City and Islington student wins Gold

25.11.2010 Ex student stars in Channel 4 fly on the wall series

25.01.2011 Students get trained as Stop Smoking Advisors in hope of helping young people quit

24.11.2010 Student Union runs series of activities for Anti-Bullying Week

19.11.2010 Students have a Thriller of a Halloween

18.11.2010 Photography students explore cultural identity through image

16.11.2010 City and Islington hosts international roundtable dialogue

15.11.2010 Student hopes to make a splash at the 2012 Olympics

12.11.2010 Learners lead the way in beating the bullies

08.11.2010 City and Islington College and Queen Mary University London have the right Chemistry

08.11.2010 College honoured at National Training Awards 2010

05.11.2010 Students at partner school take part in bike club

05.11.2010 Former student has Faith in education

03.11.2010 Ex student is top 10 hit

October

29.10.2010 Student Union’s No Smoking Day campaign is praised

29.10.2010 Student reps give up half term to attend mass training session

26.10.2010 Students get a taste of Black History

22.10.2010 Catwalk style at City and Islington College to celebrate Black History Month

21.10.2010 EGA and Mount Carmel students unlock secrets of science at City and Islington College

20.10.2010 Capoeira performance for Black History Month at City and Islington College

20.10.2010 City and Islington College students dance with the stars

20.10.2010 Student Union Backs the Islington Giving Campaign

18.01.2011 City and Islington College hosts the Chairman of the Wellcome Trust

15.10.2010 Students urged to become ambassadors for 2012 Games

14.10.2010 Students celebrate black culture

12.10.2010 Candi celebrates Black History Month

11.10.2010 Commons Speaker visits College

11.10.2010 Wildcard ex student still has the X Factor

08.10.2010 SU President meets Boris

07.10.2010 Student savings success

04.10.2010 College to celebrate Black History Month

04.10.2010 Welcome Week hailed a success

September

30.09.2010 Welcome Week in full flow

27.09.2010 X Factor hopeful makes last 32

24.09.2010 Ex Candi students bring colour to the catwalk

24.09.2010 Partner school students’ artwork displayed in the Thames Festival

23.09.2010 Ex Candi student has the X Factor

22.09.2010 Student Union hosts Olympic Volunteering Week

17.09.2010 Armed Police give presentation to students

10.09.2010 College kicks off customised Teacher Training course

10.09.2010 Triple success for City and Islington students

02.09.2010 College to support Liberty Festival

Student profile

  • Adjei Tetteh

    Adjei Tetteh
    Public Service Management FdA

    I am a civil servant who works in administration/policy, and I found that my course was absolutely tailor-made to suit my career. At the end of my course, I feel that I will be able to move up the promotion ladder. I would definitely recommend the College to other people. Adjei was a civil servant who studied the Foundation Degree in Public Service Management.

  • Alana Lewis

 

    Alana Lewis

    A-level Maths, German, History, English Literature

    Alana is an exceptional student who is predicted to gain a grade A in all her subjects. She is a highly committed and motivated student who has already been given conditional offers to study Law at both Oxford and Sussex universities. Alana also gives up her own time to help out on College Open Days to pass on her own personal experiences to prospective students and also volunteers at her local Citizen’s Advice Bureau.

  • Aleema Begum

    Aleema Begum
    A Levels

    Aleema is attending the Sixth Form College where she is currently taking A Levels in Politics, Sociology, English language and Literature. She says: “Before I came to City and Islington College, I was at Morpeth Secondary School in Tower Hamlets.

    “I am taking these subjects because I enjoy them and wish to go onto university to either study law or teaching.”

  • Andre Bernal

    Andre Bernal
    GCSE

    “I am currently doing GCSE’s in Maths Higher and Spanish, both in the Sixth Form College and the Centre for Lifelong Learning. Previously, I attended schools at home and in Spain. I really enjoy my courses and have been with the College for about three years. I also work for the College as a Finance Officer in the Student Union and am looking to pursue Teaching as a future career.”

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    Ashleigh Rogers
    CACHE Level 3: Award, Certificate and Diploma in Child Care and Education

    Ashleigh has an air of professionalism which is evident to all who meet her. Her placement practice is excellent and she is readily able to show links of theory into practice. Ashleigh has recently been accepted at University to read Early Childhood Studies and plans to pursue a career as a primary school teacher or work in education management.

  • Bana Mhaldien

    Bana Mhaldien
    A Levels

    I am taking A Levels in Sociology, English Literature and Politics. I chose these subjects to help me pursue my future and help me get into university where I wish to study a Law degree.

    Before I came to City and Islington, I attended Skinners’ Company School for Girls. College has helped me in so many ways, mostly in developing my grammar skills.

  • Beata Zalewska

    Beata Zalewska
    Apprenticeship

    Beata is currently doing an apprenticeship at Islington Council's Parking and Business Service in conjunction with City and Islington College.

    In her role she deals with enquiries, Freedom of Information requests and general admin, while supporting a very busy team.

    She said:

    “I think this scheme is brilliant and I have always wanted to work in an organisation that helps people because it is in my nature to be humanitarian.”

  • Benjamin Elusanmi

    Benjamin Elusanmi
    ICT Practitioners City and Guilds Diploma Level 2

    Benjamin previously attended Middlesex University. However, after recently been made employed, his new role requires him to take an IT skills course. Benjamin said: “I am currently taking the ICT Practitioners City and Guilds Diploma Level 2 at the Centre for Business, Arts and Technology. The College is well equipped for studying, with superb facilities and helpful teachers.”

  • Charlie Lemmon / SL 

    Charlie Lemmon
    BTEC National Diploma in Business Level 2

    “City and Islington College provides good facilities and the teachers are always very helpful. I came here to do a BTEC National Diploma in Business Level 2.

    “I decided to take this course because I studied business previously at Highgate Wood School.

    “After College I want to go to university to study Business Management. One day I wish to own a small business.”

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    David Nagler
    BTEC National Diploma Sport and Exercise Science

    David is an outstanding student who strives for the maximum marks in all of his lessons. He is an exemplary student helping out many of his classmates on a daily basis and is also the class representative. David is a county level squash player and is generous with his expertise in this sport, offering free coaching sessions as well as offering to organise competitions. In the words of his tutor, David is a perfect student.

  • Dupelola Ajala-Gravill 

    Dupelola Ajala-Gravill
    A Level Italian

    “I enjoy the college and the facilities it provides”, says Lola, who is currently taking A Level Italian at the Sixth Form College in Angel. “After college, I want to stay local and go to the London Metropolitan University. In future, I would like to become a World-wide Sustainability Consultant.”

  • Ed Nieburg

    Ed Nieburg
    Public Service Management FdA

    "The only course which covered the module areas I wanted to study. Great teaching, fantastic facilities."

  • Elzbieta Franklyn

    Elzbieta Franklyn
    Photography FdA

    "I really enjoy the course and appreciate the flexibility of being able to fit my studies in with other life commitments."

  • Emmanuel_Ebele_Nwaobod  

    Emmanuel Ebele Nwaobod

    BTEC National Diploma

    “I am currently doing a BTEC National Diploma in Business Level 2. I picked this course because I have always been interested in Business and one day I want to run my own business.

    “After college, my aim to go to De Montford University in Leicester to study Business Management.

    “I think City and Islington College is really good, the teaching and IT facilities are excellent and I really enjoy it here.”

  • Ergun Bereketoglu 

    Ergun Bereketoglu

    BTEC National Diploma

    “I am currently taking a BTEC National Diploma in Business Level 3. I decided to take this course because Business is an interesting subject that you can relate to in everyday life. It is also enjoyable to study and presents a wide range of opportunities.

    “After finishing this course I am going to go to university to study International Business. Currently I have had offers from four different universities, including Nottingham Trent and the University of Brighton. Eventually I want to set up my own export and import business.

    “City and Islington College is a sociable place to study and the facilities are fantastic.”

  • Esmat Nishat

     Esmat Nishat

    Esmat came to the City and Islington College after arriving in the UK from war torn Afghanistan. He is in his second year of the ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) at the Centre for Lifelong Learning in Finsbury Park. Esmat says: “I couldn’t speak a word of English before I came to England but now I am fluent. Everyone at the College has been really supportive and friendly and this has helped me learn English and settle in.

    I would like to go to university to study Engineering in the future.”

     

  • Eugene Kelly

    Eugene Kelly

    “City and Islington is a great College. The teachers not only know their subjects thoroughly, they also go above and beyond the call of duty in helping students with assignments. At the moment I am taking a BTEC National Diploma in Forensic Science. I love doing this course and I’m really good at it.

    “When I leave College, I want to go onto University to study a degree in Forensics. I then want to work for the Forensic Science Service before transferring to the United States.”

     

  • Fatima Abdi

    Fatima Abdi
    English as a Second Language (ESOL)

    Fatima was a refugee from Somalia and is the mother of seven children. She has recently passed the speaking and listening exams as part of her English as a Second Language Course (ESOL). Fatima attends a monthly reading session and helps other students in the class. She is a punctual student and her determination and thirst for learning and progress is admired by all.

  • Fatima Camara Baro / SL 

    Fatima Camara Baro

    BTEC National Diploma

    “I am doing a BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care. I picked this course because I am very sociable and love helping people and making new friends. Before attending City and Islington College, I attended Clapton Girls Technology College and The College of North East London. I might go onto University after my time here but I haven’t decided yet.”

  • Gerge Eleftheriou

    Gerge Eleftheriou
    Opthalmic Dispensing FdSc

    "The course offers the perfect balance of learning methods, and I really enjoy the practicals."

  • Ira Bytyci

    Ira Bytyci

    “Before I came to the College, I attended Enfield County School. I chose City and Islington College because it has a great reputation and high pass rates. I currently study A Levels in English Literature, History and Media, of which Media is my favourite subject. After I have finished my A Levels I would like to go to university and study Radio Production.”

  • Ismail Bensaid

    Ismail Bensaid
    BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care

    “I came to the City and Islington College to do a BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care. I wanted to do this course because I would like to become either a social worker or a physiotherapist. I am a very confident and sociable person who likes to help others. I think City and Islington College is a great place to study with fantastic facilities and great staff.”

     

  • Jahida_Ahmed-Miah

    Jahida Ahmed-Miah

    “I am currently studying an Advanced Diploma in Business, Admin and Finance. I decided to take this course because I enjoy Business and studied Business Studies at GCSE level. A Business Diploma also opens up a wide range of career paths for me.

    After College, I would like to take a degree in either Business Management or Accounting at University. At the moment though, I am enjoying my time at City and Islington.”

     

  • Jarrelle Lambert

    Jarrelle Lambert
    Personal Training and Fitness Consultancy FdSc

    "The course offers a great starting point to becoming a personal trainer. It's one of a kind."

  • Jay Barret

    Jay Barrett
    Business Access to HE

    Jay joined the City and Islington College after attending Crofton School in Lewisham. He is currently taking a Business Access Course at the Centre for Lifelong Learning in Finsbury Park. Jay says: “I am enjoying my time at the City and Islington College. The teachers and staff are really friendly and the College is very sociable. When I leave here I want to go to University where I might choose to study Science.”

  • Jennifer Ross

    Jennifer Ross
    Education Primary Pathway FdA

    "I really enjoy the course, the flexibility of the work placement and the great central London location."

  • Jessica Cofie

    Jessica Cofie

    “I am currently studying Sociology, English, Politics and History. Before attending City and Islington College, I was at the Greig City Academy in Haringey. I enjoy everything about the courses I'm currently studying, especially Sociology and Politics. After my time at the College, I aim to either study International Law, or English with a conversion course of History, at University College London.”

  • Jimmy Sanni

    Jimmy Sanni
    Dance FdA

    "I love the fact that the course offers a mixture of styles. The teachers are really supportive."

  • Jonathan Powers

    Jonathan Powers
    Apprenticeship

    Jonathan is currently on an apprenticeship with Enfield Borough Council. He said: “Whilst I have been on the apprenticeship scheme I have worked on a number of events including community events, the Autumn Show, carnivals, and music festivals.

    “If any of my friends asked me whether they should think about becoming an apprentice I would tell them to go for it. It has helped me to fill up my CV and I know lots of my fellow apprentices who are going for jobs are getting interviews every week. It is a year of your life but it is definitely a year well spent.”

     

  • Josh Butler

    Josh Butler
    Fashion and Textiles FdA

    "I really enjoy the creative freedom that the course offers."

  • Kane Smith

 

    Kane Smith

    International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

    Kane’s enthusiasm, inquisitive and positive nature has a galvanising effect on other students. He is always keen to support others, both staff and students, and has a record of 100% punctual attendance for all his subjects. For the creativity, action and service elements of his course, Kane now teaches Dance at his previous secondary school, taking significant responsibility and further demonstrating his mature attitude.

  • Kawaljeet Kaur / SL 

    Kawalijeet Kaur

    BTEC National Dipolma

    Kawaljeet is taking a BTEC National Diploma in Business Level 2 after coming to City and Islington College from Stoke Newington School. She said: “I am taking this course because I want to know more about Business. So far I have enjoyed it and learned a lot.

    “I want to go to university after college to study business. In the future I would like to work in accountancy or finance.

    “I have enjoyed my time at City and Islington College and have made lots of friends.”

     

  • Khaleda Begum

    Khaleda Begum

    Khaleda is currently taking A Levels at the Sixth Form Centre in Psychology and Media Studies. She says: “I picked these subjects because they have always interested me, particularly Psychology. Before College I attended Skinners’ Company School in Hackney.

     “After College I want to continue studying Psychology at University, possibly Kingston.”

     

  • Malcolm Harribo Koroma

    Malcolm Harribo Koroma

    I am currently studying a BTEC National Diploma in Business which is a two year course. Before coming to City and Islington College to study, I was studying a BTEC National Diploma in Dance and before that I attended Islington Arts and Media School.

    I enjoy my course because it is something I have always wanted to study but never had the opportunity to. It is challenging to learn which pushes me to work harder. After college I would like to open my own dance academy and start a business from there.

  • Maxine Schamely

    Maxine Schamely

    Maxine enrolled on basic literacy, numeracy and bookkeeping courses at City and Islington College, seeking a career in accountancy. On enrolling, Maxine was assessed as dyslexic but she has progressed through several exams and is currently studying higher tier GCSE maths and English.

    Her dedication and commitment to learning was recognised with a Regional Individual Award as part of Adult Learners' Week in May 2010.

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    Mirsad Gjurgji

    BTEC National Diploma in Business

    Mirsad came to the UK at the age of eight from Kosovo with no knowledge of English. He joined the College in 2007 and has progressed from a Level 1 qualification to a high achieving Level 3 in four years and now plans to go to on to study Business Management at Middlesex University.

  • Mohamad Yemmi

    Mohamad Yemmi
    Apprenticeship

    Mohamad is currently doing a two year apprenticeship in conjunction with City and Islington College and Islington Council’s Parking and Business Service.

    In his role he is responsible for handling general enquiries, supporting other departments and general admin.

    Mohamad said: “It’s been a great experience and I am really enjoying my time at Islington Council.

    “I think apprenticeships are useful because they allow the perfect combination of theory and practical work.”

  • Najma Abdullahi

    Najma Abdullahi

    Najma came to the City and Islington College after attending Holloway School. She is currently taking A Levels in Psychology, Religious Studies and Sociology. Najma says: “I love all of my subjects and they are very interesting. I also love the College and have made lots of good friends here.

    “After College I want to go to City University to study midwifery.”

     

  • Nazma Rahman

    Nazma Rahman
    BTEC National Diploma in Medical Sciences

    Nazma is currently doing a BTEC National Diploma in Medical Sciences. She is a dedicated Student Council member and Centre Representative. She was also recently nominated for the adult Jack Petchey Award for the category of 'Most caring and supportive student'. She is a leader who does not hesitate to argue her case for the best interests of the student community.

  • Nurma Khanum

    Nurma Khanum

    “Before attending City and Islington College I was at the Central Foundation Girls’ School. I am taking A Levels in Sociology, Psychology and English Literature and Language. I decided to choose these subjects so I could understand the way society thinks and works.

    “After College I plan to go into the business sector. I want to work my way up developing my own business.”

  • Omar Allouji

    Omar Allouji
    Engineering Foundation

    "It's great that the College is partnered with City University London. The course is fantastic, and the lecturers and tutors are very supportive."

  • Pasar Aziz

    Pasar Aziz

    Pasar is studying a BTEC National Diploma in Medical Sciences. Previously she attended Hackney Free and Parochial Secondary School. Pasar says: “I picked this course because I would like a future career in the medical industry. I plan to achieve this by going to university after College to study Pharmacy.”

     

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    Rashpal Singh Sidhu

    Opthalmic Dispensing Theory

    Rashpal is currently studying Opthalmic Dispensing Theory. In class Rashpal has a selfless attitude helping others understand concepts and techniques. Rashpal is fiercely independent and motivated to succeed. His future aims are to complete the Contact lens certificate and work at Moorfields Eye Hospital.

  • Rukshana Akther

    Rukshana Akther
    Apprenticeship

    Rukshana is currently doing a two year apprenticeship with City and Islington College in partnership with Islington Council.

    Her role involves supporting the Systems and Data team with general admin duties and IT; including the management of the Islington 14-19 Partnership website.

    She said: “I wanted to do this apprenticeship because I have always had an interest in IT and I have found the role to be enjoyable and useful.”

  • Ryan Hassan

    Ryan Hassan

    “Before I came to the College, I was at the City of London Academy in Islington. I am currently enrolled on the BTEC National ICT Level 3. I enjoy this course as I find it challenging and educational. ICT is my main interest and this is the main reason I chose this course. After college I am interested in going to university to study software programming. I believe my college course will help me achieve my goals.”

     

  • Sadia Begum

    Sadia Begum

    Sadia attended Clapton Girls’ Technology College before joining City and Islington College, where she is currently taking A Levels in Politics, Sociology and Religious Studies. Sadia says: “I chose these subjects because I want to study Law at Queen Mary. I am very happy at the College and I think it is a great environment to learn.”

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    Scot Fyfe

    BTEC National Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance)

    Scot is currently taking a BTEC National Diploma in Performing Arts (Dance). He has proved himself to be a dedicated and motivated student. He has experience of a range of dance techniques and through his dedication he achieves an excellent technical standard. Scot has participated in a wide variety of projects and performances such as ‘Big Dance’ and is a member of the Rouge dance group.

  • Sergiu Ciprian

    Sergiu Ciprian

    “I am studying ESOL Level 2 at the Centre for Business, Arts and Technology. I came to this country 3 years ago and when I arrived my English was not so good. However, the course I undertook has improved my English, both verbal and written. I did this with support from my tutors and class mates who all helped to build and improve my everyday English. I think that the fun atmosphere has made our learning easy and enjoyable. After College I plan to attend the University of Westminster to do Computer System Engineering.”

  • Shadia Khalfan

    Shadia Khalfan
    Business Access to HE

    “I joined the City and Islington College from Westminster Kingsway College. I am enrolled on a Business Access Course as I want to go onto university to do a degree in computer science. I really enjoy it here because it’s a great place to make news friends and learn. The teachers and staff are also very helpful and the facilities are superb. This is one of the best colleges in London.”

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    Shanice Stennett
    Apprenticeship

    Shanice is currently doing an advanced apprenticeship in Community Arts Management. She is one of the most efficient apprentices that her tutors have ever come across as she had clear and focussed goals from the start of her course and never wavered from them. Shanice was a real asset to STEP Peckham theatre, as positions of responsibility were given to her early into her apprenticeship because of her mature and focused approach.

  • Sidem Ozturk

    Sidem Ozturk
    Business Access to HE

    Sidem joined the City and Islington College after a two year break from education. She had previously been at Alexandra Park Sixth Form in Haringey.

    She says: “I joined City and Islington because I heard its one of the best colleges in London. I am so glad I got a place and I have another opportunity to further my education.

    I am taking a Business Access Course at the Centre for Lifelong Learning in Finsbury Park”

  • Simon Den Le 

    Simon Den Le

    Maths and Literacy

    Simon is a Class representative from the Centre for Lifelong Learning. He is always very friendly to his fellow students and staff alike and attends all Student Union council meetings without fail. Simon regularly volunteers at events and campaigns including the Welcome Week, Student Savings Week and for the NUS Card sales promotion. Simon goes well beyond the call of duty on a regular basis and is an exceptionally valued member of the Student Union.

     

  • Sophie Loverday / SL 

    Sophie Loverday

    Foundation Award in Caring for Children

    “I am taking the Foundation Award in Caring for Children. I am doing this course because I love looking after children and I’ve always wanted to look after them as part of my job. When I leave College I want to go into Childcare. Before coming to City and Islington I attended Islington Arts and Media School.

    “I think that this College has really friendly staff and this makes it a fun and easy place to learn.”

  • Sunny Mildren

    Sunny Mildren
    Early Years FdA

    "I like the theoretical aspects to the course and the locality of City and Islington College."

  • Tahmina Khan

    Tahmina Khan

    “Before coming to the College, I attended the Geoffrey Chaucer Technology College. I am taking A Levels in Sociology, Psychology and Media Studies. I decided to pick these subjects to study in order to help me pursue my future and gain further success at university.

    “The teachers at the College have really helped me to focus on my studies and take a positive outlook. In the near future, I want to go to university to take a BA Honours in Socio-Criminology”.

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    Tamika Kalule

    AS English Language and Literature, Biology, Chemistry, Politics

    Tamika is currently taking A Levels in AS English Language and Literature, Biology, Chemistry and Politics. Her writing is of such a high analytical standard that it is often used in classes as an example to others. She is active inside the College writing articles for student publications and outside of the College; visiting the House of Commons during the debate on Education Maintenance Allowance and commenting on the BBC. Through her own efforts she has obtained a ticket to attend Question Time and has organised summer work with her local MP in Newham. She hopes to apply to study Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) at Oxbridge.

  • Thamina Hassani

    Thamina Hassani

    “I joined City and Islington College after attending Holloway Secondary School. I am currently studying a BTEC Entry Level 3 in Arts & Media. I decided to take this course because I am very creative and wish to go into one of the creative industries in the future. Next year, I want to study two of the following; Performing Arts, Art & Design, Fashion Design or Business in Retail.”

  • Timothy Arthur Darkwa

    Timothy Arthur-Darkwa
    Business Access to HE

    Timothy is currently taking a Business Access Course at the Centre for Lifelong Learning in Finsbury Park. He says: “I joined the City and Islington College because I want to further my education and go to university to study Business Management and an Entrepreneurship. The quality of education at the College is fantastic and the IT facilities are really impressive. I’ve also made lots of new friends.”

     

  • Tonye Babudoh

    Tonye Babudoh

    “I am currently taking English Literature and Language, Politics and Sociology. My favourite course out of all of my subjects is Sociology, as it is a very interesting subject which is easy to relate to. I also find that not only does it educate you; it also teaches you social skills. Previously I attended Addey and Stanhope School in New Cross. After college I plan to go on to University and study either English or Sociology.”

     

  • Tracey Kasongo

    Tracey Kasongo

    Tracey is an A Level student taking Sociology and Politics. Before attending City and Islington College she was at the Convent of Jesus and Mary Language College.

    Tracey says: “I chose to study Politics and Sociology because they will interlink with my future studies as I plan to go to the University of Birmingham to study Law with American Studies.”

     

  • Vanessa Vanriel

    Venessa Vanriel

    Having recently been made redundant, Venessa took the brave step of embarking on a career change. She has enrolled on the Pre Access course at City and Islington College and aims to complete a degree in Human Resources and Business Management. Her attendance, punctuality, commitment and effort at College have been exemplary.

     

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    Zainab Ahmed

    AS Chemistry, Biology, Maths, Psychology and Arabic

    Within one year of arriving in the UK from the United Arab Emirates, Zainab had attended the Centre for Lifelong Learning to improve her English and then embarked on a package of GCSE exams at the Sixth Form College. Having passed these exams in one year with flying colours, Zainab is now studying AS levels in Chemistry, Biology, Maths, Psychology and Arabic, and she plans to progress onto Higher Education.